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In Port Richmond, Staten Island, residents gathered to protest migrants being housed in their neighborhoods. The rally, led by Scott LoBaido and Curtis Sliwa, highlighted frustrations and concerns over this decision. Counter-protesters supporting the move assembled across the street, showing a divided community sentiment. Video courtesy of @leeroypress on X.
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Highland woman charged with threatening person with knife
LLOYD – A 47-year-old Highland woman has been arrested by Lloyd Town Police on charges of menacing and criminal possession of a weapon. Damaris Rios was arrested on June 29. She is accused of threatening another person with a knife during a dispute. She was released on an appearance...
Ulster County Man Dies in Motorcycle Accident
A tragic accident in Ulster County has claimed the life of a 38-year-old motorcycle rider. If you spend any time driving in the Hudson Valley you know that motorcycles are out in full force on most our roads during the warmer months. Our area is a beautiful place for riders to ride but unfortunately, a simple ride can quickly turn tragic as it did earlier this week in Ulster County, NY.
Poughkeepsie celebrates 248 years of independence (VIDEO)
POUGHKEEPSIE – The revived tradition of fireworks between the Mid-Hudson Bridge and the Walkway Over the Hudson continued Thursday night in Poughkeepsie. The event was supported by corporate sponsors including Central Hudson, Nuvance Health, and the Walkway Over the Hudson, according to Mayor Yvonne Flowers. Flowers says the fireworks...
Popular New Paltz Gift Shop Closing; Listed On Craigslist
KonTiki Trading Post is set to close and its contents are for sale on Craigslist. KonTiki Trading Post has been a labor of love for owner MaryAnn Tozzi, who has lived i New Paltz her whole life. "I love that new paltz was such an amazing place to grow up. I have nothing but love and respect for the Montesa's who owned the store for the 30 years prior to me taking it over. She took over the business in 2019 with a business partner and they parted ways over creative differences in 2021. Tozzi says she always wanted a "small LOCAL store" ... for locals run by locals. "This store was truly my heart and soul. The covid shutdowns are really what started the downfall. Not being able to make the income wiped out all the store savings and the shoppers just never came back in the pre covid numbers."
Dutchess County Drug Task Force Carries Out Latest Raids in Poughkeepsie
Yesterday the Dutchess County Drug Task Force successfully carried out and executed their latest set of raids at multiple locations in the Poughkeepsie area. Like many events carried out by the Drug Task Force in past raids, law enforcement was successful in not only apprehending and taking multiple suspects into custody, but they also were able to confiscate a large amount of illegal narcotics.
Looking back on New Paltz's "Winter of Love"
On this week's 51%, we brush up on the history of marriage equality in the U.S., and look back on the first same-sex weddings in New Paltz, New York — which took place more than a decade before the Supreme Court legalized marriage equality nationwide. We also hear from psychoanalysts Avgi Saketopoulou and Ann Pellegrini about their book Gender Without Identity, proposing a new way of looking at how life shapes everyone's experience with gender.
Poughkeepsie, New York Walk Makes Strides to Help Families in Need
Is it possible to chill out this summer AND help your neighbors? Absolutely! Mid-Hudson Love INC is hosting its 2nd Annual Good Neighbor Walk to raise funds for local neighbors in need on Saturday, July 20, at 9:30 am. This event offers food, fun activities for the whole family, some exercise, and most importantly, an opportunity to help others. Registration for individuals and teams of walkers is open now at www.mid-hudsonloveinc.org. Check-in on July 20 runs from 8:45 to 9:20 am in the parking lot at St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, 55 Wilbur Boulevard in Poughkeepsie.
Outdated Law Under Fire: Push to End Subminimum Wage In New York
As unfathomable and infuriating as this is, are you aware that there is an actual law that allows individuals with disabilities to be underpaid by their employers?. So many companies claim to be against discrimination in the workplace but speaking against it and putting action where words are are two very different things.
Best Weekend Events For July 5-7 In Western New York
It’s the 4th of July weekend in Western New York, with sunny skies and fun times planned ahead. Concerts, festivals, and more fun events are planned for this weekend. The weather is going to be really nice, with temperatures hovering the 70s this weekend with lots of sunshine. Make sure you have your sunscreen lathered up!
It’s Here! Final Steps for Multi-Million Dollar Project on Route 9
A massive project in the Hudson Valley is nearing completion, and it will allow pedestrians and cyclists on Route 9 access to New York City like never before. Across New York State, there are countless initiatives meant to encourage non-motorized travel. In the Mid-Hudson Valley, local organizations are hard at work to complete the connection of 60 miles of trails that would create a continuous path from Kingston, NY to Port Jervis, NY. The project further south, however, may be even more ambitious.
Upgraded Rest Stop Opens on New York State Thruway
The New York State Thruway Authority is celebrating this week as one of the most traveled roads in New York become a little more "convenient" for Hudson Valley drivers. If you've ever found yourself driving on the New York State Thruway you know that every 50 miles or so there are service areas that drivers can use to fuel up, stretch their legs, use the restroom, and or get something to eat. The New York State Thruway Authority (NYSTA) currently has 27 service areas along the 500+ miles of controlled-access toll roads.
New York State Police Warn About Underhanded and ‘Sophisticated’ Scam
Scams are unfortunately nothing new in the Hudson Valley or the surrounding New York area. Luckily, law enforcement is working hard to stay one step ahead of the criminals looking to make a score. This week, New York State Police (NYSP) are warning residents about a new "sophisticated" scam targeting...
2 People Wanted By New York State Police
Do you know either of these two individuals? New York State Police want to speak to them in connection to a crime. New York State Police at Homer need your help in identifying these two suspects - a male and a female. Trooper responded to a call at the Walmart on Bennie Road in Cortlandville on May 14, 2024. It was reported that the two suspects left the store with a full cart of items and did not try to pay for the items. The suspects fled the Walmart in a black pickup truck. Despite their best efforts, Troopers have not been able to locate the suspects and need the public's help identifying them. If you have any information, please call New York State Police at (607)561-7400.
Massive Text Scam Threatens New York State Drivers
As the summer rolls on, and the road trips and vacations continue, there are some criminals at work here in New York State. There is a new warning about a scam that as been circulating that may cost you big money if you are caught off guard.
Which NY colleges offer the best value? See where your alma mater ranks
A recent study from SmartAsset revealed the best valued colleges in New York based on five categories: tuition, student living costs, scholarship and grant offerings, student retention rate and starting salary for new graduates. Rochester Institute of Technology in Henrietta ranked 10th on the list, and was the lone Rochester...
NY awards colleges with tech, lab grants. How much did Finger Lakes schools receive?
Three Finger Lakes region colleges have received millions of dollars in grants for various projects, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced last week. Grants through the Higher Education Capital Matching Grant Program support construction and renovation of new laboratory and research spaces, the purchase of new instructional technologies and equipment as well as other investments. Campuses receiving the grants have to invest at least $3 of their own funds for every $1 of state funds they receive.
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